Pet Portraits That Stand Out: Creating a Classic Photograph of Your Cat or Dog

by Alan Hess

Overview

In Pet Portraits That Stand Out, author and photographer Alan Hess shows how to capture beautiful portraits of your dog—or, if you are really brave, your cat. He begins by covering your basic gear and portrait setup needs, recommending budget-friendly options. He then discusses the importance of light and demonstrates how a simple black backdrop offers the most flexibility in terms of where to take your images. He provides practical tips for working with and posing your pet while shooting—a pair of helping hands with a favorite treat makes taking a great photo a whole lot easier! And finally, he shares key techniques for editing your images in Photoshop and Photoshop Lightroom to create the perfect smartphone wallpaper.

Follow along with Alan, and you will learn how to:

• Establish the perfect portrait setup in advance, including gear, lighting, and a striking black background, to best capture your pet’s unique personality
• Create a relaxing shooting environment for your pet based on budget-friendly recommendations for the necessary gear
• Edit your images in Photoshop and Photoshop Lightroom and format your pet portraits to share with family and friends

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780133476880
Publisher:	Pearson Education
Publication date:	08/22/2013
Series:	Fuel
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	99998
File size:	10 MB

About the Author

Alan Hess is a San Diego-based photographer specializing in concert and live-event photography. He has photographed hundreds of concerts in clubs and arenas, including some of the biggest names in music, ranging from Justin Bieber to The Who. Alan is currently the house photographer for a large venue in Southern California where he photographs a wide variety of concerts and events.

When he isn't out shooting concerts, he is writing. Alan has authored numerous photography books, covering such topics as concert photography and the basics of exposure and composition.

Find out more at www.alanhessphotography.com.